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After School Programs in Dedham, MA are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews of the 60 listed after school programs

Loving Nest Child Care

She is really dedicated to and loves working with the children. She has a really wonderful place.

- Yurdi R.

ERNA AND JULIUS HERTZ NURSERY SCHOOL

As an early childhood educator myself, choosing a preschool for my son was something I took very seriously. Having worked in several centers...

- Care member

Clinton Path Preschool

Our family has been with Clinton Path Preschool for the past 6 years and are so grateful for the incredibly loving, nurturing, and...

- Sarinnapha V.

After School Programs Near Dedham

Loving Nest Child Care

270 Washington St. DEDHAM, MA

5.0(1)

starting at: $2000/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

In-Home daycare

Child care

At Loving Nest Child Care, your little one will grow, play, and learn in a safe, nurturing home environment designed with love and attention to every detail. I’m Adriana, owner and educator, and I’m passionate about creating a warm “home away from home” where babies and toddlers can explore, feel secure, and develop at their own...

Yurdi R. says "She is really dedicated to and loves working with the children. She has a really wonderful place."

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ERNA AND JULIUS HERTZ NURSERY SCHOOL

125 POND ST SHARON, MA

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at: $2000/mo

Faith based

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Preschool

+ 1 more

At Hertz Nursery School, we believe early childhood should be filled with joy, discovery, and meaningful connection. Our highly qualified staff — many of whom are Director Certified — bring deep knowledge, warmth, and professionalism to our classrooms. With longstanding teachers who have been part of our community for many...

Care Member says "As an early childhood educator myself, choosing a preschool for my son was something I took very seriously. Having worked in several centers throughout...

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Clinton Path Preschool

58 IRVING ST BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

Cooperative

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Preschool

Child care

"Welcome to Clinton Path Preschool, a place where joyful learning thrives through friendship and play in our cooperative community. Our mission is to inspire children, recognizing them as capable individuals who navigate, inquire, create, and explore their world in many ways. Rooted in our inquiry-led and play-based approach, we...

Sarinnapha V. says "Our family has been with Clinton Path Preschool for the past 6 years and are so grateful for the incredibly loving, nurturing, and strong-community...

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NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

238 HIGHLAND AVE NEEDHAM, MA

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at: $1770/mo

Montessori

Preschool

Kindergarten

*Currently accepting EEC Childcare Vouchers!* Needham Montessori School continues a rich tradition of providing a higher standard for early childhood education through the Montessori Method. We are an American Montessori Society (AMS) Full Member School for children from 4 weeks to 12 years. Our school promotes peace,...

Care Member says "Our son has been part of the Needham Montessori community since he was just four months old, when we were fortunate enough to secure one of the first...

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Pine Village Preschool, Brighton

402 WESTERN AVE BRIGHTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $2430/mo

Pine Village Preschool is a highly respected Spanish Immersion School for Toddlers and Preschoolers with 10 locations in the Greater Boston area. We enroll students as young as 15 months old and children can enroll in our programs at any time during the year. We offer part-time 2, 3, 4 days a week and full-time 5 days a week. We...

Catalina O. says "They provided good care for my son for the time that he was with them. Not only did they care about the well being of my son but for myself when I was...

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SCHOOL IS COOL CHILD CARE

1475 Beacon Street BROOKLINE, MA

4.0(4)

State license verified

Cooperative

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Outdoor/nature

International

+ 3 more

At School is Cool, located in the heart of beautiful Brookline, we provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment that supports each child's growth and development. Our teachers and caregivers create meaningful daily experiences that encourage curiosity, confidence, and independence — through play, exploration, and gentle...

Care Member says "Our son has been attending School is Cool since he was 5 months old and is now 3. We love the convenient location, the caring teachers (some who have...

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GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

141 LINDEN ST WELLESLEY, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature

Academic

Cooperative

Developmental (play-based)

Preschool

+ 2 more

The Goddard School of Wellesley is a warm and nurturing space where extraordinary awaits your child each and every day. We are proud to serve the surrounding communities, including Wellesley, Natick, Wayland, Weston, Needham, and Newton. We are dedicated to providing an enriching, nurturing environment for children and their...

Care Member says "The teachers are caring, the facilities are new and clean with engaging rooms and toys, and the administrative staff are friendly and reliable. "

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D'Vine Hope Family Daycare

38 HARVARD ST DORCHESTER, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1700/mo

Academic

Outdoor/nature

Faith based

In-Home daycare

Blessings I am Ms. Hope my students call me Nani. I have been working with children since 1994 and have had my own ECE program since 2008. I enjoy what I do and am blessed to have been doing this work for so long. Here at D'Vine Hope in home early education program we consider your family our family. The key to our success is...

Care Member says "she is amazing teacher and the children really learned from her."

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La Distinction Academy

1030 TURNPIKE ST CANTON, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1700/mo

Cooperative

International

Outdoor/nature

Faith based

Academic

+ 5 more

We provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for the well-being of every child. Our holistic approach to care focuses on the spiritual, physical, intellectual, social, and emotional development of each child and family who partner with us on this journey of excellence. Our center is equipped as a natural home with...

Care Member says "Excellent option for backup care! I had both my baby and 7-year old joining them when school or regular daycare was available and my kids loved it....

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Little Pandas

15 SYCAMORE ROAD NEWTON, MA

5.0(4)

State license verified

starting at: $1600/mo

Developmental (play-based)

Academic

Outdoor/nature

International

In-Home daycare

Little Pandas Home Daycare By Zhifen Fei is warm and vibrant haven that has been nurturing young minds since 1994. Our journey began in Watertown, MA with our dedicated founder, Fei, and has since flourished in the inviting community of Oak Hill in Newton, MA. Positioned conveniently near Route 9 and the Chestnut Hill area, our...

Han F. says "My daughter joined Little Panda when she was 2 years and 9 months old. I was nervous because she had never been in a daycare setting and she was nervous...

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Twinkle Little Stars Day Care

86 Union Street RANDOLPH, MA

4.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1800/mo

Academic

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

In-Home daycare

Twinkle little star’s daycare provides the best care to the children, we’re patient, attentive, caring, supportive and work in collaboration with the parents to better support the children’s development needs.

Care Member says "Ms Marie is kind and patient with the kids. She is always there for them and helps out when they need "

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Loleeta's Family Child Care

66 COLONIAL AVENUE DORCHESTER, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $325/mo

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

In-Home daycare

For over 25 years, our Family Child Care program has provided a nurturing, safe, and enriching environment for children and families in our community. We understand that every child is unique, and our approach is designed to support each child’s growth and development through hands-on learning and play. Our program operates...

Care Member says "My child has been with Loleeta’s Family Care since she was four months old. As a first time mom I was able to navigate all the first milestones with...

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Shaloh House Preschool

50 ETHYL WAY STOUGHTON, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $1767/mo

Faith based

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Preschool

Small Chabad preschool located in Stoughton MA. Inspiring constructovist learners with a Reggio approach through a Jewish lense. Catering to age 3 months-5 years.

Care Member says "My kids love it here. The staff is so warm and kind, it feels like dropping the kids off with family"

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Golden Chickpea Part-Time Preschool

224 WASHINGTON ST BROOKLINE, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

Reggio emilia

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

Outdoor/nature

International

+ 2 more

Join us at the GoldenChickpea part-time preschool with your little one. We offer an individualized and unique child care service that allows kids to be themselves, discovering their own passions, abilities and interests. Centered on developing self confidence, comfortably sharing the world of imagination with other kids, and...

May M. says "I am happy to provide a feedback regarding my experience with the golden chickpea Pre-K toddler care program . My 3 year old toddler went to golden...

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Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center

49 WINCHESTER ST NEWTON HLDS, MA

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at: $2900/mo

Outdoor/nature

Montessori

Child care

Located in Newton Highlands, Massachusetts, the Kindernest Montessori Early Childcare Learning Center upholds the fundamental principles of Montessori education and holistic development in a nurturing environment where children are guided with kindness and respect. At Kindernest, we have programs for infants, toddlers, and...

Care Member says "Really beautiful montessori school with infant, toddler, and preschool options. Love the variety of schedules available for part and full time care. All...

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THE FRANCES JACOBSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

477 LONGWOOD AVE BOSTON, MA

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at: $1556/mo

Faith based

Outdoor/nature

Developmental (play-based)

Reggio emilia

Preschool

The Frances Jacobson Early Childhood Center (FJECC) at Temple Israel of Boston offers an innovative, high quality secular and Judaic curriculum in a safe and nurturing environment. We foster critical thinking and a love of learning through carefully curated, joyful play in children from 1 year and 8 months to 5 years. Based...

Nicole L. says " FJECC is a magical place where children thrive, create and explore and where families of all backgrounds feel welcomed into the community. The highly...

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Peninsula Montessori Academy at Newton

221 Washington St NEWTON, MA

5.0(6)

State license verified

starting at: $2200/mo

Day Care

Preschool

Kindergarten

Child care

Peninsula Montessori Academy at Newton is an American Montessori Society (AMS) verified school featuring Mandarin language enrichment. Our teachers are committed to providing the highest standards of Montessori education. Our learning environments feature customized curriculum that assists children in reaching their full...

Care Member says "The teachers are highly professional and genuinely care about their students. The parent community is supportive and welcoming."

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Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

59 Oldfields Road 2 Dorchester, MA

Kidzkollege Early Education and Preschool is, licensed has a Non traditional hour by the department of early childcare education. We served infants, toddlers, before and after school program and weekend care is available. We are family oriented. Guaranteed the safety of each child in our care. Flexibility of receiving your...

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Cambridge Brillante Academy

90 Hamilton Street CAMBRIDGE, MA

State license verified

starting at: $3450/mo

Cooperative

International

Academic

Developmental (play-based)

Montessori

+ 3 more

We believe every child deserves a nurturing environment that supports their potential. Our multilingual and multicultural approach to early childhood education inspires creativity, critical thinking, and lifelong learning. We believe language is the window to the world. That's why we offer a multilingual learning environment...

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FOUR SEASONS PRESCHOOL

226 MOUNT AUBURN ST WATERTOWN, MA

State license verified

starting at: $36/mo

Preschool

Child care

We offer care for Infant through Pre-Kindergarten 7:30-5:00, Monday through Friday. We offer a nurturing environment where the children learn hands-on throughout the day. Our staff plan child centered activities to ensure all are interested at all times! Reach out to learn more about our wonderful program and curriculum we have!...

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FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Dedham, MA

How long do after-school programs last near me in Dedham, MA?

After-school programs near you in Dedham, MA vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.

What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Dedham, MA?

After school programs near you in Dedham, MA provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.

What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Dedham, MA?

Depending on the program, activities in Dedham, MA may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.

How can I find a good after school program near me in Dedham, MA?

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Find Trusted After School Programs Near Me in Dedham, MA

Recent after school program reviews from local parents in Dedham, MA

Loving Nest Child Care

ERNA AND JULIUS HERTZ NURSERY SCHOOL

Clinton Path Preschool

After School Programs Near Dedham

Loving Nest Child Care

ERNA AND JULIUS HERTZ NURSERY SCHOOL

Clinton Path Preschool

NEEDHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOL

Pine Village Preschool, Brighton

SCHOOL IS COOL CHILD CARE

GODDARD SCHOOL WELLESLEY

D'Vine Hope Family Daycare

La Distinction Academy

Little Pandas

Twinkle Little Stars Day Care

Loleeta's Family Child Care

Shaloh House Preschool

Golden Chickpea Part-Time Preschool

Kindernest Montessori Early Childhood Center

THE FRANCES JACOBSON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER

Peninsula Montessori Academy at Newton

Kidzkollege Early Education / Preschool

Cambridge Brillante Academy

FOUR SEASONS PRESCHOOL

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